This course is the definitive guide
to the principles of sound dog breeding. If you're a veterinary
assistant or preparing to become one, this course will help you
understand the essential facts so you can knowledgeably converse
with clients on the complexities of canine reproduction.

Candidates for a breeding program
need to be assessed not only for conformation, but also for health.
They need a thorough reproductive examination and they should be
screened for hereditary conditions such as hip dysplasia and eye
diseases. Once selected, individual dogs are prepared for breeding
with the help of proper nutrition, good parasite control,
and appropriate vaccination programs.

By studying the hormonal cycle of the female dog in depth, the
optimal time for breeding, for both natural mating and artificial
insemination, can be identified. When a female fails to conceive, it
is important to understand the potential causes. She may be
suffering from infertility, but so may the male dog. You'll find out
why.

Once the female has been confirmed
pregnant, her needs must be met and preparations made for whelping
(by knowing what is normal, when to intercede, and when to seek
professional help). Postpartum complications in the female must be
considered and close attention given to the needs of the puppies to
ensure they reach weaning time in good health.

This course includes a knowledgeable and
caring instructor who will guide you through your lessons,
facilitate discussions, and answer your questions. The instructor
for this course will be Jeff Grognet.

Jeff Grognet

About the
ExpertRating Online Veterinary Assistant Course-II (Canine Reproduction)
instructor :
Jeff Grognet has been a companion animal veterinarian for 25 years.
He was a pioneer in the field of veterinary assistant teaching,
developing his first course almost 20 years ago. The overwhelming
success of his veterinary receptionist/assistant college courses led
him to expand his teaching into other areas in high demand,
including pet first aid, and alternative medical therapies for
companion animals. He practices with his wife at a Veterinary
Hospital in BC, Canada. Jeff has published a large and diverse
number of articles over the last 20 years. He is a regular
contributing author to several magazines as well as a weekly
newspaper columnist.

Online Veterinary Assistant Course requirements:For taking this
instructor led ExpertRating Online Veterinary Assistant Course-II (Canine Reproduction) you need Internet access,
e-mail, and and the Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox
Web browser. The only other requirement is an interest in
responsible breeding practices that promote the health of breeding
dogs and their puppies.

Testimonials:
The ExpertRating Online Veterinary Assistant Course-II (Canine Reproduction) has received
overwhelming positive feedback and reviews from students around the
world. Here are a few:

"A
great class! It offered very useful information about Canine breeding and puppy
care! Dr. Jeff is great!"

"Another
great course from Dr. Grognet!"

"Doc,
I really enjoyed this class and learned more than I ever imagined. thanks,
Evelyn I plan to breed my dog soon so this class was very helpful and
informative. I will be using what I learned in this course to assist me during
the upcoming breeding process."

"Great
Course - extremely helpful and in a great format/easy to understand. Can't wait
to take another of Dr. Jeff's courses"

"I
absolutely loved this course. It helped to give me a good foundation for my
breeding program…just what I was looking for at just the right time. Before this
course ended I signed up for another one by Dr. Grognet."

"I
enjoyed the course so much. I am very glad I took it as it has increased my
knowledge as to my "why" questions. I feel I am now better informed and will
know how to offer more to my breed."

"I
enjoyed this class from beginning to end. I cannot wait to take another class
with Jeff Grognet. He makes learning seem effortless with his easy to read and
easy to understand lessons. I would recommend this class to anyone who has an
interest in canine reproduction, whether it is professional or just a desire to
learn more about their faithful companion. You will not be disappointed!!!"

"I
enjoyed this course and I also put some of my knowledge to work last week when I
took my bulldog in to see if she was ready to breed. I told my vet I was taking
a class, and he let me make a decision on her progress. Then, he told his I was
actually correct."

"I
have really enjoyed this class. I have been in the dog industry for over 50
years and with this course I learned things that I never knew. Thank you for
offering this class."

"I
hope to become a Veterinary Assistant as a second career after I retire from
teaching elementary school in two years. This class was very interesting to me
and easy to fit into my busy schedule. I enjoyed Dr. Jeff's teaching style,
presenting basic information clearly and concisely and then giving resources for
further investigation."

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In this first lesson,
you'll learn how to select parents for your breeding
program by using blood tests, radiographs, and
physical examinations. It'll give you a primer on
genetic disease and then finish by telling you all
about management of the breeding pair, specifically
vaccinations, deworming, and nutrition.

Friday - Lesson 02

How well do you
know the female dog's anatomy? Besides learning
the difference between the uterus and the
oviducts, this second lesson will look at the
physical abnormalities that plague the female
dog. You'll also find out how to diagnose
infections and how those infections can impact
fertility.

Week Two

Wednesday - Lesson 03

Lesson 3 will
turn its attention to the male dog. He's a far
more important contributor to the gene pool than
the female. It'll delve into reproductive
diseases that strike the male, such as
cryptorchidism and Brucellosis, and conclude
with a look at maladies such as testicular and
prostatic disease that strike the geriatric
male.

Friday - Lesson 04

When is the right
time to breed a female dog? Though this is a simple
question, the answer eludes many people. Lesson 4
will examine the reproductive (estrous) cycle of the
female. You'll discover myriad ways to pinpoint the
most productive time to breed.

Week Three

Wednesday - Lesson 05-

This lesson will
explore two methods of breeding—natural and
artificial. You'll be able to tell when there are
problems with natural mating. When you look at
artificial insemination, you have to know how to
collect and evaluate semen to ensure the male is
fertile. This lesson will cover how to do this as
well as techniques for insemination.

Friday - Lesson 06

By now, the female
has been bred and you expect a pregnancy.
Unfortunately, this doesn't happen every time. This
lesson will focus on reasons for infertility in the
female, such as pyometra and cystic endometrial
hyperplasia.

Week Four

Wednesday - Lesson 07

Lesson 7 will now
turn its attention to the hormonal fluctuations that
influence fertility. It'll examine silent heats,
persistent estrus, and a variety of other
abnormalities. This lesson will even go over a few
problems with sexual behavior.

Friday - Lesson 08

This lesson will
review some of the important reasons for male
infertility. You'll begin by finding out why the
male may not want to mate, such as having arthritis
in his spine. Next, you'll look at semen production
and the negative effects of such things as prostate
infections. This lesson will conclude with a review
of a male reproductive examination.

Week Five

Wednesday - Lesson 09

Assuming everything
has gone right, you now have a pregnant dog and you
have to take care of her. What should she be fed?
Should she be vaccinated? What diseases could strike
her during this time? Lesson 9 will look at two
specific examples you need to watch for—diabetes and
pregnancy toxemia.

Friday - Lesson 10

Finally, it's puppy
time! In this tenth lesson, you'll learn what to
expect during whelping. You'll know what's normal
and when to suspect complications. Of course, this
lesson wouldn't be complete without examining how to
solve a whelping problem. You'll learn what you can
do and how a caesarean is done.

Week Six

Wednesday - Lesson 11

Many people breathe a
sigh of relief once the puppies are born, but for
some dogs, this is when the problems really begin.
This lesson’s topic is postpartum disease. These
diseases include mastitis, metritis, and
hypocalcemia—a condition where the blood calcium
drops to dangerous levels.

Friday - Lesson 12

This final lesson is all
about puppies. It'll look at the importance of the first
drink of milk. You'll find out how to evaluate if they're
getting enough food, and what to do if they aren't. This
lesson will also look at how to keep them warm so they
aren't chilled. This final lesson will conclude the course
with an itinerary that shows you what to do for the first
six months of a puppy's life.